Knicks hype leads to big gains. Hospitality leaders in the Big Apple hailed the estimated $465 million in economic development that resulted from the Knicks’ magical playoff run, calling it a critical “shot in the arm” for the industry. “I mean New York is now fully electric, more bars, more restaurants are doing great, and … Read more
Jensen Huang delivered the keynote address at Carnegie Mellon University’s 128th commencement ceremony on May 10. Justin Merriman/Carnegie Mellon University In recent weeks, a list of today’s most prominent tech figures — Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, AMD CEO Lisa Su, and former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, among others — took the stage at college commencement … Read more
There is certainly a changing of the guard for the Bucs in terms leadership on the roster. That was bound to happen after two legendary players departed after the season for various reasons, leaving a void in the locker room. What it has created in Tampa Bay is an opportunity for new players to step … Read more
He met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Phone call On Friday, April 3, to discuss the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, emphasizing the need for de-escalation and diplomatic solutions. According to an official statement, Sisi stressed the urgent need to reduce tensions in the Middle … Read more
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – Former HISD superintendent and first Black Secretary of Education, Roderick R. Page, at the end of last year, but his legacy lives on here in Houston. Buildings like the Roderick R. Page Education at Texas Southern University and the Roderick R. Page Elementary at Texas Southern University is now building the … Read more
Washington– House Speaker Mike Johnson’s ability to carry out President Donald Trump’s “play call” for government funding will be tested Tuesday, as the House takes a procedural vote on a bill to end the partial shutdown. Johnson will need near-unanimous support from his Republican conference to move forward. He can withstand the loss of just … Read more
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — California Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa has died at the age of 65. GOP Majority Leader Tom Emmer announced his death on social media, praising him as a “loving father and husband, and a staunch advocate for his constituents and rural America.” Speaker Johnson’s office confirms the news to ABC and said … Read more
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink is gearing up for its 18th season in San Francisco’s Union Square, bringing a winter wonderland to the heart of the city. The mayor says Macy’s San Francisco Union Square location will remain open “We’re really excited,” said Robert Keith, director of rink operations. “We started … Read more
AUSTIN (NEXSTAR) — More Texans are seeing discouraging signs when it comes to their economic outlook, according to a new poll. Poll from Texas Politics Project at the University of Texas It shows growing skepticism towards individual political leaders and the state of democracy in general. The poll asked people about their opinions on the … Read more
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin city leaders on Friday celebrated the opening of a newly completed biofiltration pond in downtown Austin. Located on the Waterloo Greenway, the pond is the only one of its kind in the area. It is designed to help filter stormwater runoff from the streets, as well as improve water quality. The … Read more